Why Executives Need Performance Development Plans

Why Executives Need Performance Development PlansWhy Executives Need Performance Development PlansWhen an organization adopts a method for accomplishing a particular goal, one common question deals with whether executives need to participate in the process. In the instance of performance development planning and the resultant document, the Performance Development Plan (PDP), executive leaders are key participants. Executives model how to create a Performance Development Plan (PDP), for their reporting staff. They create the framework from which the goals and expectations of all department members will flow. Executives demonstrate how a performance development planning meeting can fruchtwein effectively proceed to engage, empower, and hold participants accountable for their commitments, accomplishments, and contributions. Executives give reporting staff the courtesy of a periodic time period during which their attention is focused exclusively on the staff persons development, goals, d reams, needs, and accomplishments. Most importantly, performance development planning, documented in an executive PDP, is a method to encourage executives to keep both their accountabilities and their ongoing personal and professional development on the front burner. It is not appropriate for an executive to blame staff members for failure to execute the departmental plan or achieve the team goals. Ultimately, the executive leader is responsible and accountable for all that happens- or not- within their area of responsibility. The PDP documents this process and expectation. So, yes, HR practitioners need to support executive participation in PDPs. Will the PDP of a senior manager look like that of other employees? Not necessarily. But, the fact of its existence and the participation of executives in this critical process is unquestionably significant. After all, why do PDPs exist at all? They exist so employees receive direction in a format that is understandable, measurable, concre te, and that documents accountability,know exactly what is expected of them,are accountable for accomplishing these expectations,continue to grow and develop both their interpersonal and their professional skills,receive periodic focused and personal attention and feedback about their performance from a person who is important to them - their boss, andprovide the company with necessary written documentation about an employees contribution and performance. Keep in mind that, perpetually, the number one reason employees dont do what you want them to do is they dont know for sure what it is that you want them to do. You can binnensee why PDPs might be the answer. Wouldnt you like this concrete framework for your work, too? Story About Executive Participation in Expectations Let me tell you a story. Once upon a time, in an executive office of a manufacturing company in Detroit, a CEO asked the proverbial question that executive leaders have been known to ask for all time. He said, Why do I have to do what I ask my people to do? Why dont they just do what I say? It was the first time I encountered the question. And, it was the beginning of my long-term dislike of the expression so often used by managers- my people- think about it for a minute. My people. It came from a man who understood and valued the power of employee engagement and empowerment long before the terms became popular. He hired me to help him figure it out. But, he struggled to run his firm in an empowering, participative manner and sent mixed messages to his employees, because he hoped the rules didnt apply to him. He later sold his firm for a figure in the hundreds of millions to a conglomerate that called all of its employees, associates. The purchasing firm employed a world renown consultant to help integrate the cultures of the companies it purchased long before the words culture or mergers and acquisitions were popularly in use. Its associates (read VPs) had associate on their business car d, but no one forgot for a moment- nor did customers- that they were really the VP of xxx. The conglomerate later went bankrupt, a victim of its overreaching ambition and its failure to execute. My original CEO, the man with the trefflich understanding of the environment that enabled people to contribute? Hes now retired and spends his time at various lake homes, jetting around the world, and organizing golf tournaments in Florida. I tell you this story, one of many from over thirty years of consulting, to emphasize an age-old predicament. Must a CEO and executive leaders do whats good for their employees or should the employees just do what they say? This question remains uppermost in any changes an organization adopts. Must executive leaders walk the talk or does the fact of their approbation abstain them from participation? Lets continue using Performance Development Planning as an example. Do executive leaders need PDPs. Heres why executive leaders need a Performance Development Plan (PDP). Why Executives Need a Performance Development Plan (PDP) Earlier in this article, reasons for executive participation in any change process, and specifically, the PDP, was addressed. Here are additional thoughts about executives and PDPs. Any process is mora powerful, and more powerfully accepted, when executives walk the talk.The PDPs of employees build from and are derived from the goals of the executives PDP. A solid departmental plan, that the executive owns, will serve a similar purpose, but does not accomplish the other goals of the PDP process.The PDPs serve four purposes. They supply written goals and expectations for accomplishment for a quarter to a year time period (department plan).They supply written, developmental goals for participants that cover management development topics that will increase the executives skills in leading and managing people (improve communication transparency, exhibit behaviors that build trust, act as if you have faith that rep orting staff will succeed and remove barriers, provide clear direction with measurable expectations).These management development goals assist the executive to create an environment in which they are able to obtain the best contributions from employees. These skills are developed in management training and development classes and seminars online education via seminars, webinars, podcasts, and articles reading day-to-day practice 360 degree feedback and through coaching and feedback from involved colleagues and bosses. PDP goals enable an executive to focus on his or her overall continuing development, in general. (What new best practices exist for software development? What marketing tactics help a product go viral in social media? What departmental organization is most effective for communication?) These goals might be filled through attendance at conferences, trade shows, state-of-the business senior executive seminars, executive round-tables, reading, and participation in profess ional organizations.Review of PDP goals enables an executive to spend time with their boss discussing the subject that is near and dear to themthemselves. This guarantees interaction four times a year that is focused exclusively on developing an executives strengths and ability to contribute. Through participating in this discussion, the executive learns from their boss, how to model the process- or not- for their own reporting staff. While executives may be reluctant to participate in the performance development planning process, their participation sets the stage and the tone for the acceptance of the process company-wide. If the executive leader has a PDP and he or she meets with reporting managers to develop their PDPs, you can be darn sure that the rest of the employees in the organization will have PDPs, too. And, keep in mind that employees want PDPs. They want to know your expectations they want clarity on what they are supposed to accomplish. They want your time and recogn ition when they achieve their PDP goals. Seems like an organizations universal adoption of and commitment to PDPs is a win for everyone- including your most important constituents- your customers.

18 Songs, Artists, Playlists, Albums to Get You in the Zone at Work

18 Songs, Artists, Playlists, Albums to Get You in the Zone at Work18 Songs, Artists, Playlists, Albums to Get You in the Zone at Work If youre anything like me, good music is an absolute must for a productive day at work. As much as I love my coworkers and our open office space, I often need to retreat to the couch with my trusty over-the-ear headphones if Im really going to get things done. And I know Im not alone - various articles and studies over the year have supported the idea that listening to music helps you work better and faster than if you listen to nothing at all. But which music is the best to listen to if you really want to hit your stride?We reached out to readers, career experts, and professionals from all walks of life to hear what helps them zero in and focus at work. Whether youre a fan of classical, hip hop, instrumental, rock, or anything in between, theres bound to be something that suits your musical taste and work style - read on for t he ultimate work playlist.1. Ill start off with my own nothing gets me through the day like the Vitamin String Quartet channel on Pandora . They perform orchestral covers of popular bands like Lady Gaga, Green Day, Michael Jackson, and more. The familiar tunes keep me engaged, but there are no lyrics to distract me - nothing worse than accidentally sending an email with Drake lyrics instead of the update you were supposed to be sharing.2. Pink Floyds The Dark Side of the Moon is the ultimate album to work to (in my experience). On the surface, its a relaxing album that wont interfere too much with your work rhythm. But if you pause for a moment and find yourself listening to the lyrics, it becomes a very deep and inspiring album that can help me get out of any ruts Im stuck in. I find it very powerful. Max Robinson, WeSwap3. One of my favorite genres for getting in the zone at work is ambient music. Theres a wide variety of artists in the genre but one of the first ambien t artists I got into was Boards of Canada . I find the music great for working because it tends to be very atmospheric and the sound of it lendsitself to thinking and working. Alex Reichmann, CEO of iTestCash4. Broadly speaking, I find classical to be the best music to pump through my headphones on a workday Whether youre listening to Bach cello suites or early 20th century Stravinsky , classical music can transport the listener to a different time and place almost effortlessly its ironically easy to let classical music fade into the background while youre working. Im not sure if its a result of classical music often being instrumental, but its much easier for me to stay focused when Im listening to an orchestra as opposed to a distinct (and amazing) lyricist like Kendrick Lamar. Sam Warren, Manager of Marketing and Partnerships at RankPay5. How Long Have You Known by DIIV is quite possibly the easiest music to get lost in. It also makes work a breeze it is a grea t popsong to listen to in the middle of the afternoon, right when Im getting a little drowsy in the office. Zachary Painter, Career Adviser and Hiring Manager at ResumeGenius.com6. Focuswill is a web app, or mobile app, that plays instrumental-only music designed exclusively for improving concentration. Its organized into channels my favorites are Alpha Chill for focus with a bit of thinking space, or Uptempo for those I-really-need-to-get-this-done moments. As soon as I put it on, my whole focus changes I pay for subscription, its definitely worth it in productivity terms and Ive even bought gift subscriptions for colleagues. They have a free trial as well. Mark Churchill, Digital Marketing Manager at Wealth Club7. I love to listen to Tychos Awake album . Hes a San Francisco-based musician, and himself a designer. Hes known for creating really lush, instrumental music. Perhaps because hes a designer himself, its the perfect music to design to Daniel Codella, Marketer at Zurb8. I love listening to My Shot by Lin Manuel Miranda and other various artists from Hamilton (Original Broadway Cast Recording) . It gets me in the mood especially when I am dealing with a specifically hard issue at work. It reminds me to keep fighting, keep shipping, keep going I can even hear the chorus I am not throwin away my shot in the back of my mind as I walk into a particularly difficult meeting / pitch. Charlene Dipaola, CEO and Founder of Hip Shake Fitness9. I live near the coast and I love the sound of the ocean rolling up on the shore but I cant hear it from my office. I also love beachy island music with steel drums . So, I leverage YouTube to incorporate music and sounds around my workspace that make me feel like Im on vacation by the sea. Robin Salter, Chief Marketing Officer at KWIPPED10. Gooey by Glass Animals helps me feel relaxed, as if I was walking in a jungle, experiencing the feel and vibe of natures unique tunes. The soothing beat helps me experience a sense of reinvigorated serenity that always allows me to stand still for a while and appreciate the song while still managing to be focused on crucial aspects of my work. Joo Aguiar, SEO Manager at Mobidea11. When I really need to put my head down and get some work done, I put on a variety of Bossa Nova and Samba jupe artists. Some of my favorites are Jorge Ben , Antonio Carlos Jobim , Stan Getz , and Gilberto . I find the rhythm and movement of Bossa Nova and Samba Rock gets my mind moving. It sort of sets a pace for how I should be working and that helps get me through my work for the day. Noah Kain, Digital Marketing Strategist at Duckpin Design12. Ive always been told that music influences mood, and though we tend to listen to music based on the mood were in (sad music when were feeling down, happy music when were feeling up) we should be listening to music for the mood we want to be in. I keep this in mind every morning at work. This week Ive been pretty hooked on Lordes new album Melodrama . Perfect Places feels like the anthem of the summer. With the sun shining through the windows of the office, blasting this song on repeat reminds me to stay focused, so time passes quickly and I can get out and enjoy the city for all its worth. Christina Roach, Account Coordinator at Allison+Partners13. It might seem out of character for a bookkeeping firm, but if I have no clients coming into the office and I just need to get some work done, I love to blast rap. In particular, the song Stronger by Kanye West gets me pumped up to crank out financials. Courtney Barbee, CEO at The Bookkeeper14. When I need to bear down, I turn on iTunes, put on the headphones, and blast my playlist of mashups. My favorites are from Girl Talk s All Day and Feed the Animals , and two mega mashups, Mouth Sounds and Mouth Silence by Neil Cicierega . Bill Peschel, Peschel Press15. For lateral thinking, I like Robert Glasper Dillatude 2 or Sevdaliza Human . Solving problems in new ways usually requires reasoning that isnt always obvious. When I need to break my own pre-established biases, I turn to something more contemporary. Robert Glaspers jazz-meets-Radiohead tribute to J Dilla, or Iranian-Dutch songwriter Sevdalizas surreal pop journey both immerse me in textures that inspire ideas. Chris Oquist , Principal at Dialogue Theory16. Since Im a writer, music with words interferes with my focus. So instead, I jam out to epic movie soundtracks. Theres nothing like a good superhero movie score to get me pumped to conquer my next blog post Im a big fan of Spotify, so Ill plug in instrumental movie soundtracks into the search, and get a great melange of Harry Potter , Batman , Pirates of the Carribean , etc. to keep me motivated throughout the day. Megan Zale, Senior Copywriter at Moncur17. Im a digital nomad who often spends most of my time in noisy co-working spaces, so finding a great playlist is absolutely e ssential. I love to choose lo-fi hip-hop as its very easy listening, smooth background music and it really gets me in the zone. Dylan Hey, Business Development Manager at Leadfeeder18. Perfume Level 3 . Perfume is a female J-pop trio, and their work is composed by a well-respected electronic music composer in Japan (making it more interesting than run-of-the-mill pop music). I love listening to this album while Im working because it has high energy - the vocals, the drum machine, the synths & all other electronic effects help drive the music and listener forward. Listening to this album is like having a strong cup of coffee. It also has foreign lyrics - Im easily distracted by the words of songs, so it helps that this music is sung in a language I dont understand. The vocals sound great and they dont distract me. Geoff Scott, Career Adviser and Resume Expert at ResumeCompanion

How to Write a Professional Email - 7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Hit Send

How to Write a Professional schmelzglas - 7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Hit SendHow to Write a Professional Email - 7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Hit SendFor manyyearsnow, people have been predicting emailleles demise. While its true we use other forms of communication like texting and social media to talk to our friends or send quick messages to our colleagues, we still use email, especially for work-related communication. It is also the primary means of contact when you are applying for a job. It is as important as ever to know how to write a professional email. Email may be your initial point of contact with someone and because of that, its your first opportunity to make an impression. Take great care in composing your messages. Before you hit send, answer these 7 questions. 1. Is my message error free? Checking your email for mistakes is the most important thing you can do before you send it. Incorrect spelling and bad grammar will makeyou look careless. Tha t goes against the impression you are trying to make, especially if you are applying for a job. Proofread until you are confident you have caught all spelling and grammatical errors, as well as typos.Grammarly.comhas free tools, including an extension for the Chrome browser, that can help you with this. 2. What does my email address say about me? Your work email address- which by the way, you should never use for job searching- probably is very straightforward. Most likely it is some variant of your name. You may have chosen a less business-like address to use for personal email. An address that is suggestive, childish, or cute is okay if you are only using it to send messages to your friends and family butif you need to write a professional email, sign up for a new account that conveys professionalism. Set up an email address that uses your actual name. Try your first and brde names your first name, middle initial and last name or some combination of those. Never send your prof essional email from chickybabemymail.com. 3. Are the name and email address in the To field correct? When you begin typing a recipients name into the To field, most email clients will fill in the rest of the name with one from your contacts. You could easily end up with the wrong name in that field so make sure to pay attention to this. Imagine what trouble might arise if you accidentally send an email to the wrong recipient. Lets say you are looking for a job while you arestill employed. A hiring manager at a prospective employer could have a name that begins with the same letter as your current bosss name. How embarrassing would it be if you sent your boss a message meant for that hiring manager? Not only do you want to make sure your message reaches its intended destination, but you also want to be certain it doesnt reach an unintended one. 4. Have I used the proper title to address the recipient? If you are already on a first name basis with the person you are emailing, it is okay to address them that way in your message. However, if this is your first time communicating with someone, or you arent sure how they prefer to be addressed, it ispreferable to use a formal title like Mr., Ms., Mrs., or Dr. and the recipients last name. Always err on the side of caution. It cant hurt to be formal. For a hint about how someone with whom you already have an established relationship prefers to be addressed, look back on prior messages to landsee how they are signed. That will help you decide what to do. 5. Does my tone convey my message well? As the saying goes, Its not what you say but how you say it. When you speak to someone face-to-face, you can rely on intonation, body language, and facial expression to help give additional meaning to your words. When you try to convey the same message in writing, there is more room for misunderstanding because the reader cant see your face, read your body language, or hear your voice. Make sure your message is polit e and sounds friendly, and that your intended meaning is clear. 6. Is my message simple, but not cryptic? Keeping your messages short and sweet will make them easier to understand. At the same time, you should not omit anything important. You dont want to force the recipient of your email to guess what you are trying to say. Your message should be as precise as possiblebut include all the necessary information. 7. Have I included unsolicited attachments? Many people refuse to open email attachments they arent expecting. They are right to avoid doing that. Computer viruses are often transmitted in those attachments. If you want to send a file to someone, for example, your resume, ask your recipient for his permission first. Send it only if he says it is okay.

Your Companys Social Media Policy 2.0

Your Companys Social Media Policy 2.0Your Companys Social Media Policy 2.0Your Companys Social Media Policy 2.0 Rossheim, Senior Contributing WriterBy now, your companys social media policyshould be in place.So its time to move forward and formulate you companys next-generation social media policy and social media guidelines.Why? Because in the 2010s, your companys social media presence may become as critical to your enterprise as your web site was in the 2000s.Enabling employees to enhance brand goals in social media is very important for a lot of companies, says Chris Boudreaux, senior vice president of New York-based Converseon, a social media agency. Without social media, you wont be competitive.Evolving your Social Media PolicyYour 2.0 social media policy wont be a simple undertaking to articulate boundaries and expectations around your employees social media use.As more and more company, customer and employee data move onto ever-shifting social media platforms,it is a rising ch allenge to protect online privacy while keeping information moving with minimum friction.Social media guidelines will require much more thought than what most companies have put in so far, says Boudreaux, who has created a database of social media policies.What are some of the key considerations for drafting your social media policy 2.0 in the world wide web privacy environment of 2012? Heres a run-down.Matching the Medium to the MessageBegin by rationalizing your employees use of each social media platform establish which communications channels are safe and appropriate for which kinds of data and talk.Companies have to decide which channels make sense for which types of communication, says Boudreaux. I would never ask someone to send me their Social Security number by Facebook message. And if someone tweets me, Id rather pick up the phone and talk, because were going to get it done faster.Workers Must Not Let Down Their Regulatory GuardEven licensed professionals need to be remind ed not to get careless when theyre communicating about the company via social media, especially on devices like smartphones that encourage informality and have limited tools for protecting online privacy.Employees with public companies must operate within financial disclosure rules, for example, says Gerry Corbett, CEO of the Public Relations Society of America. There must be no selective disclosure via social media.Dual-Device Dilemma Work and Personal Data on One GadgetAs employees mix work and personal data and social media at work on the full range of portable computing and communications devices, your social media policy will require substantial input from IT, legal and Internet privacy experts.Theres a flut coming, because the workforce is demanding access to their personal smartphones and tablets, says Garry Mathiason, board chairman at Littler, Mendelson in San Francisco.Our first concern with dual use is that company data could escape corporate control and be stolen.Another issue If a portable device with a mix of data is lost, the employer could be forced to do a remote wipe of the devices storage, which will save corporate data from theft but may also destroy personal data, potentially creating liability.Its Illegal to Bar All Employee Discussion of WorkAlthough some companies will bristle at the notion, it is established labor law that employees cant be entirely banned from talking about their employers, in social media as in any other media.Some employers have policies that say workers cant talk about the company outside of work, says Lance Haun, a blogger on HR issues. Union organizers are looking to make an example of this.Still, workers statutory right to talk about their employers, jobs and workplaces does have its limits. The NLRA National Labor Relations Act only protects employees to talk about wages, hours, benefits and other working conditions, says Mathiason.Think Strategically, Not TacticallyInstead of relying on the particulars of Inte rnet privacy rules that can and frequently do change, it makes sense for companies to take a realistic perspectiveSocial media ultimately are designed for disseminating information (to friends and advertisers), not securing it.The way to stay ahead of the game is to make a single strategic decision, rather than reading the news and changing when Google does, says Boudreaux. Just dont put anything on social media that you dont want shared, even though this may frustrate younger workers.Training, and Finding a Middle WayAfter youve laid down the rules, you need to invest in their implementation by giving employees training.Education is a huge part of this, says Haun. You can show people how to use social media, just as you would with any public-facing medium.In the end, your social media policy should be both strong and practical. You need to drive down the center, strike a balance between restrictions and reasonable use, says Mathiason.One last thing These issues in formulating a com pany social media policy and protecting Internet privacy are by no means an exhaustive list, and there are innumerable federal, state and local laws that may apply. So be sure to seek legal advice as you write or revise your companys social media policy.Legal Disclaimer None of the information provided herein constitutes legal advice on behalf of Monster.

What You Should Do to Find Out About Format of a Resume Before Youre Left Behind

What You Should Do to Find Out About Format of a Resume Before Youre Left Behind The paragraph beneath the work title describes their function in the position. The entire point behind a resume cover letter is to obtain an interview. A resume enables you to state how skilled you should select the position youre applying for. A solid resume on good paper sets an excellent tone for the company available, landing a work offer. What You Should Do About Format of a Resume Beginning in the Next 6 Minutes In many other nations, a curriculum vitae is basically the exact example as a resume. Your curriculum vitae is the sole thing unternehmensverbund you back. Free resume templates dont need to sacrifice quality. One of the greatest regions to get resume examples is online, since there are a lot of sites offering templates an individual may download and use. A whole lot of the templates for certificates will likely be available at no additional cost on the net. Simple resume for mats assist you in making your resume. You should make certain to settle on a format thats easiest for you. Then think about a few basic questions to enable you to clarify which format would be ideal for you. The format of a resume will truly count on the individual who will produce and utilize it. You pay a set amount to get them work their magic by means of your information. Ideally, prepare a resume utilizing all formats and after that decide which to submit. The themes are made in such a way they make the resume stick out. Youve got to choose one particular type of font option and be sure to use less color for the resume since it includes a simple appearance. Possessing a fresh look may be the difference for you. A resume is a style of listing down the updated skills and abilities of an individual which might be utilized in the operations of a company. Consequently, the resume will keep evolving at each step in anybodys career. Together with the work experience, a com prehensive understanding of the skill set you possess should assist the recruiter rank your candidature. Your resume is about you. A number of the info is subjective. If youre interested in an infographic format, below are some infographic samples to check out. Locating a well-put-together resume example may be a huge assistance to you as you are attempting to craft the perfect resume for yourself. The next resume point identifies the specific decrease in inventory expenses. An excellent quality of a good resume is to make a list of qualifications thats easily read and understood by your employers. Try to remember, your creativity is going to be tested during the interview and once you become hired, not on paper. ur Procurement Officer CV sample is one of the priceless tools weve designed to assist you gain insights into what you resume to have in your CV. For instance a Targeted CV is mostly utilized to focus your career path towards a specific objective. Applicants wri te a wide selection of qualifications. The Start of Format of a Resume After you have this in place, concentrate on the writing and content, and youll find the job that youre seeking. Its quite tricky for a fresher to have a job, so probably everything is dependent on the particulars resume. Ensure you didnt miss whatever could cost you the job that you dream about The path to landing your perfect dream job is achievable and definitely possible especially for those who have a great resume on hand. After a time, the hiring manager might start to miss things. Sure it may cost a little bit of money, but its well worth it when you land that job interview since they wrote you a stellar document. Additionally, you can consist of skills which were used at a specific job position in a particular period and dont neglect to mention your scholarship on resume. Whenever you are asking for work, its mandatory that you submit a resume. Format of a Resume - Dead or Alive? Knowing the dif ference between a resume and course load vitae is a whole lot more important before you decide on a template. Nevertheless, its even far more advisable to take note of any processes which you just managed to enhance. There are lots of resume examples on the web, so all you must do is search for them. Check out the many methods by which objectives ought to be put down. The Basics of Format of a Resume You are going to be able to seek out samples that are tailored for your specific industry. Dont use lots of contact details as it can serve as an extra work to the particular person whos tasked to deliver information regarding the outcomes of your application templates. Just concentrate on the experience gained at the occupations youve had. It will be quite vital that you customize the template for your unique field, personal examples marine biology, and abilities.

How to Figure Out What You Should Do With Your Life

How to Figure Out What You Should Do With Your Life Job satisfaction We all want it, but were not exactly sure how to secure it.Partially, thats because we believe our satisfaction is dependent on factors we dont control, like the work/life balance at our current organization, the way a manager chooses to motivate us, or the specific tasks our supervisors delegate to us. And while it is true that some of the job satisfaction factors are outside our control, that doesnt mean we have no control at allNot satisfied in your job? Cant quite put your finger on why? Heres a quick exercise many career coaches use to help you get to the core of what it is you should be doing with your lifeWhat Drives You?What did you dream about doing when you were a kid?What would you do if you didnt have to worry about making money?Make a list of the above. You should abflug to see commonalities in terms of general skills. It should come as no surprise, but those general ski lls will probably be related to your biggest strengths.What Are Your Natural Talents?What do people most appreciate about you and what you do?What are the unique skills you have that people comment on at work or at home?What areas do you excel in? For example, are you always being thanked for your insight, objectivity, organizational skills, etc.?What Are Your Work Values?What do you value in your work?Do you appreciate the ability to work independently, or is a team environment something you value more?Do you prefer constantly learning new skills, or do you value having the opportunity to really fine-tune one particular skill?Your combined answers to the questions above can guide you in your job search and will help you figure out if youre on the right path or way off course.The good news is that even if you discover youve gone astray, youll now have a roadmap to get you back on track.A version of this article originally appeared onthe Atrium Staffing blog.Michele Mavi isAtrium Sta ffings resident career expert.

10 quotes to encourage you to reinvent your career

10 quotes to encourage you to reinvent your career10 quotes to encourage you to reinvent your careerThe thought ofreinventingyourself in yourcareercan feeldaunting. Yet so many people wind up reinventing what they do, and find themselves enjoying greater success.If you feel nervous and insecure about changing fields or overwhelmed by the idea of tweaking what you presently do for a living heres some positive motivation to boost your courage and confidence.Below are 10 quotes to encourage you to move forward to reinvent your career.Posters created byKarenSalmansohn, bestselling author ofThink Happy.Karen Salmansohn is the creator ofwww.NotSalmon.com.

Resignation Email Message Examples and Writing Tips

Resignation schmelzglas Message Examples and Writing TipsResignation Email Message Examples and Writing TipsIn some cases, the best way to resign from your job is by sending an emaille resignation homilie. If its possible, it is most appropriate to resign from your job bytelling your boss in-person. However, in some cases, its not feasible. For example, if you have a remote lokalitt or your boss works in another city or country, you might not be able to resign in person. In this case, you might decide to announce you are quitting your job through email. Thats perfectly acceptable, ifproviding noticein-person isnt possible. If you need toresign via email, be sure your email message is polite and professional, and includes all the pertinent ingestaltation related to your resignation. Youll need to specify how much notice you are giving and when your last day of work will be. You should also inquire about the status of employeebenefits you may be entitled to upon termination of employme nt. This way, you can leave your job on a positive note. After all, you never know when youll need to ask for aletter of referencefrom your former employer. Your boss will be more likely to help you out if your resignation welches thoughtful and professional. Go ahead andreviewsomeadvice on writing a professional email resigning from a job, along with examplesof email messages to use to quit your job. Tips for Writing a Resignation Email Message Again, when you can, an in-person meeting is usually the best way to quit a job unless you work remotely. However, if you need to resign via email, here are some tips for how to do iteffectively and leave yourself in good graces Give two weeksnotice.If possible, give your employer the standardtwo weeksnoticewhen you are going to quit. Ifthat is impossible, give the employer as much notice as you can. This will help you maintain a good relationship with your former employer.Use a clear email subject line.Use a simple and directemail subje ct line, such as Resignation Your Name. This way, your employer will know right away what your message is about. You want him or her to open and read the email as soon as possible. State the date you plan on leaving.In the email, include the date you plan to leave the company. This will give your employer a clear sense of your timeline.Dont go into details.You do not need to give details on why you are leaving, or what you will be doing next. If you want to give a short explanation, you can. For example, you might say you are leaving due to family circumstances, a change in your career, or because you are going to graduate school. However, if you are simply leaving for another job, you probably dont want to mention it. No matter what, keep your explanation briefand positive. Express gratitude.This is a good chance to give thanks for the time you spent at the company. However, if you were unhappy with the company, do not complain or say anything negative in your email. You want to m aintain a good relationship with the employer you never know when your paths will cross again.Offer assistance.If you are able to do so, offer to help the company with the transition.For example, you might offer to train a new employee during your final working days and/or be available to answer questions for a week or two after your departure. Askquestions.This is also an opportunity to ask questions about compensation or benefits, such as where or when you will receive your last paycheck. You should send the email to both your employer and to the human resources office. Human resources will be able to answer thesetypesof questions.Provide contact information.Include any non-company email address or other form of contact information that you want to share, so that your employer can get in touch with you. This is especially important if you are leaving right away. Proofread the email before you send it.You want to catch any grammatical and spelling mistakes, of course, so its a good idea toproofreadyour email before you send it. Make sure your tone is neutral or friendly and that you havent said anything that could cause problems for you later. You might ask a friend or family member to read it over as well, just to double-check your tone (and to check for any remaining errors). How to Use Resignation Email Samples and Templates It can be helpful to review a fewresignation email samplesbefore you write your resignation email. These are especially useful if youre currently feeling emotional about the situation, and want to make sure you use a neutral tone. A sample can help you decide what kind of content you should include, as well as how to format your letter. Resignation email templatescan also be very usefultohelp you with the layout of your email, such asshowingyouhow to organize different sections of your message. You can also check out somesample email farewell messagesto see how you might write an email to your colleaguesannouncing that you are leav ing. While email samples and templates are great starting points for your own message, you should always tailor a message to fityour audience andyour personal circumstances. Resignation Email Message Example Email Subject Line Your Name ResignationDear Mr./Ms. Lastname,I write to inform you that I am resigning from my position here as Associate Editor. My last day will be August 7.Thank you so much for all of the opportunities this company has provided me. I have learned so much these past three years, and will never forget the kindness of all of my colleagues.Let me know if there is anything I can do to make this transition easier. You can always contact me at firstname.lastnameemail.com or 555-555-5555.Thank you again for your years of support and encouragement.Respectfully yours,Your Name Expand Resignation Email Message Example Personal Reasons Email Subject Line Resignation Your NameDear Mr./Ms. Lastname,Please accept this message as my formal resignation from Company XYZ. My final day will be March 15, two weeks from today. Family circumstances currently require my full time and attention.Please let me know how I can be of assistance during this transition.I am so grateful for my five years at this company, and will look back fondly on the support and kindness I received from management and colleagues.In the future, you can reach me at my personal email (firstname.lastnameemail.com), or on my cell phone (555-555-5555)Thank you again, and I look forward to staying in touch.Sincerely,Your Name Expand Resignation Email Message Template Email Subject LineResignation Your NameSalutationDear Mr./Ms. Lastname (or another form of address your employer prefers)First ParagraphBegin your email by clearly stating that you are resigning and include the date when your resignation is effective. You might very briefly explain why you are resigning as well. For example, you might state that you are leaving for personal reasons, you are returning to school, o r you have decided to change your career path. Dont go into detail if you have a new job, however.Second ParagraphThis (optional) section of your resignation email message should thank your employer for the opportunities you have had while employed by the company.Third ParagraphIn this section (also optional), offer to assist with the transition. You might offer something specific, such as training a new employee, or offering to be available via email for a week or two after you leave. Otherwise, just provide a general offer to help.Closing ParagraphConclude by providing your non-work contact information so that you can stay in touch with your employer after you leave. You can either put this in your final paragraph, or include it in your email signature.ClosingRespectfully yours/Sincerely/Best,Your Name Expand

Americas richest zip code is on a small island and its not Manhattan

Americas richest zip code is on a small island and its not ManhattanAmericas richest zip code is on a small island and its not ManhattanWelcome to Fisher Island (zip code 33109), a 216-acre man-made private island three miles off the coast of Miami, only accessible by boat. Its known for its high security and white sand beaches. Only 700 families live on the island.An equity membership at the beach club alone costs $250,000, and the average annual income is $2.2 million.Notable residents past and president include Oprah, Mel Brooks, and tennis star Boris Becker. There are also many international residents.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreThis is according to Bloombergs annual look at the countrys richest zip codes, and its Fisher Islands second year in a row as number one on the list. The list is determined by evaluating zip codes with at least 200 tax returns, as of the 2016 f iling season, and 500 housing units per the latest Census survey, to extract the 300 zip codes with the highest average adjusted gross income. More than 22,000 zip codes honigwein the criteria to be ranked.Measuring zip codes, a relatively small area, is a way of finding areas of high income.Other findingsCalifornia and New York each had 23 zip codes in the Top 100.New York Citys Tribeca (10007) jumped 17 spots to number 5. The annual income of New Yorks lower west side neighborhood is $879,000.The 100 richest zip codesYou might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people